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G401 PGX

1989 Peugeot 205

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

69,495 mi
Last recorded69,495 miles
Recorded on27 May 2014
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG401 PGX
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2014 69,495 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

outer track control arm bushes weak

Pass 31 May 2013 66,436 miles

wear on nearside track rod end

Pass 25 May 2012 62,359 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 58,015 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 53,436 miles

front discs worn

Pass 2 Jun 2009 48,708 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 41,878 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 38,908 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Fail 14 Sep 2007 38,907 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Pass 4 Sep 2006 33,766 miles

Spare tyre defective

off side rear tyre worn & age perished

How Reliable is the Peugeot 205?

Based on 591,894 MOT tests across 102,651 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
3,166
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
102,651
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,839
constant velocity joint gaiter split 30,509
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 29,342
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,791
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21,794
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G401 PGX is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1989 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 105,920 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 205 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 43,839 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G401 PGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 205 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Peugeot 205 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G401 PGX registered?

G401 PGX is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 28 September 1989.

Is G401 PGX safe to buy?

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